Springs Flashcards
0
Q
When springs are in parallel, the net force F =?
A
=F1+F2=k1x+k2x
1
Q
If the springs share the same displacement, they are said to be…
A
In parallel
2
Q
The total spring constant k for parallel springs is ..k=?
A
=k1+k2
3
Q
What is the formula for force acted on a spring? F=?
A
=kx
4
Q
When springs share the same force, they are said to be…
A
In series
5
Q
What is the effective k spring constant for springs in series?
A
Ktot=1/k1+1/k2
6
Q
What is the total displacement for springs in series?
A
Xtot=F/k1+F/k2
7
Q
In what applications are extensional rod springs used?
A
high frequency resonators
